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Oct. 22, 1992: The Day Rush Limbaugh Rejected the GOP and Endorsed Bill Clinton
“I can no longer ignore what is becoming obvious,” Rush Limbaugh somberly notified his audience at the beginning of his three-hour show on Thursday, Oct. 22, 1992. His voice — and presumably his heart — was heavy. His tone was unusually forlorn. A melancholy mood permeated the air.
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Rush Limbaugh's surprising endorsement of Bill Clinton in 1992 was ultimately revealed to be a satirical stunt aimed at highlighting the lack of consistency and integrity in politics. Limbaugh's prank had a lasting impact on conservative talk show hosts and continues to resonate decades later. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of character and honesty in both media figures and political candidates. Despite the humorous intent, Limbaugh expressed regret for misleading his audience, emphasizing the significance of maintaining trust and truthfulness.